Host writer/composer David Rackoff takes a deep dive into "Tradition". Why is this the opening number? How do you get four groups to sing things at the same time and have it sound good? And what is the big mystery that the (only) rhyme in this song unlocks?

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Writer/composer David Rackoff (of "Nothing Like Broadway!: the musical") takes a close look at a song he used to hate, "Everything's Coming Up Roses". He looks at how its music, lyrics, and context make it one of the most devastating songs in musical theater. "It's like watching a horror movie!".

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We take a look at this incredibly challenging song. From the highest notes (ever?), to the Ben Platt of it all. (Please note that this episode discusses Dear Evan Hansen, which includes mentions of characters harming themselves.)

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Writer/composer David Rackoff breaks down "I Cain't Say No" from "Oklahoma!". It's a super-fun, randy, well-written song from arguably the first modern musical.

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This week, writer/composer David Rackoff picks apart what makes this prettiest-of-pretty songs work. From "Les Miserables", of course, this song's music, lyrics, and reason for being are really fun to explore!

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Host writer/composer David Rackoff discusses one of his favorite songs: "The Miller's Son" from A Little Night Music by Stephen Sondheim.

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